2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
